Sr. Manager Vendor Management

Overview

Lead tech vendor strategy, performance, risk & team for Autodesk's Enterprise Systems division.

Key Responsibilities

• vendor strategy
• rfx management
• process automation
• business reviews
• performance monitoring
• risk management

Tasks

-Develop and execute vendor management strategies aligned to enterprise priorities, enabling resilience, compliance, and cost optimization -Coach and lead a team of vendor management professionals, fostering adaptability, innovation, and accountability -Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and external partners, exercising executive presence and influencing without authority to achieve business outcomes -Partner cross-functionally on RFx processes, requirements gathering, and supplier evaluations, ensuring risk, compliance, and financial factors are fully considered -Contribute to the maturity of the Vendor Management function by improving processes, dashboards, and automation for greater efficiency and transparency -Lead executive-level business reviews, performance evaluations, and contract renewals with Autodesk’s most critical technology vendors -Monitor vendor performance, financial health, and SLA/KPI delivery, driving issue resolution and continuous improvement -Anticipate and mitigate risks, including security, operational, and compliance exposures, by building risk management plans and escalation pathways

Requirements

• vendor management
• saas/paas
• cloud
• ai literacy
• bachelor’s
• negotiation

What You Bring

-Adaptability, resilience, and creativity in solving complex business problems -Experience managing teams and developing talent -Experience managing suppliers in a global, highly regulated technology environment -Executive presence, excellent communication skills, and comfort presenting to senior leadership -10+ years of progressive experience in technology vendor management, while managing vendor portfolios of increasing complexity across SaaS/PaaS, infrastructure, cloud services, and professional services -Strong negotiation, influencing, and presentation skills with the ability to engage credibly at the executive level -Proven success managing Tier 0/Tier 1 global technology vendors (AWS, Microsoft, Google, Salesforce, SAP, Adobe) and exposure to AI suppliers (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Cursor) -Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence outcomes without direct authority -Ingenious: Your creativity and smart solutions are key to developing advanced sourcing strategies and driving successful negotiations -Track record of driving transformational change in vendor or supplier management functions -AI literacy and curiosity, the ability to understand how AI tools, models, and platforms can be responsibly leveraged in vendor ecosystems -Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred -Strong knowledge of contract structures, licensing models, and compliance requirements

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About Autodesk

-Pioneered software for 2D and 3D design, revolutionizing industries. -Known for products like AutoCAD, it reshaped architecture, engineering, and manufacturing workflows. -Empowering creators in fields from construction to digital media, enabling more innovative designs. -Develops tools used in iconic projects, from skyscrapers to blockbuster movies. -Pushes the boundaries of design technology, leading the way in artificial intelligence and automation. -Software is a cornerstone in diverse sectors, from industrial to infrastructure, energy, and entertainment. -Cloud-based solutions streamline design processes and foster real-time collaboration across industries. -A leader in 3D design software, with solutions powering projects in every corner of the globe. -Committed to shaping the future of digital design, bringing complex visions to life.

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